There’s nothing quite like a run in nature: trees around you, a fresh breeze in the air, dirt at your feet, and maybe even a stream burbling in the distance. But getting into trail running can feel intimidating—especially if you don’t have the right gear to get started. Enter: The Lululemon Blissfeel Trail, the brand’s […]
Back in high school, my friends would laugh when I’d manage to break a shoe within weeks of buying it. None of us quite knew why it was happening. Were they too cheap? Was there something wrong with my feet? Was I jinxed? This curse followed me into college, until it was lifted by a […]
There’s only a few more hours of Amazon Prime Day 2023 so there’s be sure to grab Amazon shoe sales. Shoe choice can make or break your workout. That may seem dramatic, but think about it: If your running sneakers aren’t up to par or hiking sandals don’t have enough support, every minute of exercise […]
Amazon Prime Day 2023 is here, and it’s the last day to find Amazon shoe sales. Shoe choice can make or break your workout. That may seem dramatic, but think about it: If your running sneakers aren’t up to par or hiking sandals don’t have enough support, every minute of exercise can be pretty unbearable. […]
Prime Day 2023 is here, and there are tons of great discounts on footwear. You can find some impressive Prime Day shoe deals on brands like Hoka, New Balance, Adidas, and so many more. Shoe choice can make or break your workout. Now, that may seem dramatic, but think about it: If your running sneakers […]
Shoe choice can make or break your workout. That may seem dramatic, but think about it: If your running sneakers aren’t up to par or hiking sandals don’t have enough support, every minute of exercise can be pretty unbearable. On the other hand (or, well, foot), a pair of shoes that suits your fit preferences […]
Warm temps welcome a host of outdoor activities—running, hiking, catching up with friends in the park. In past Aprils, I’d swap out jeans with shorts that rode too far up my crotch for comfort. But at the end of last summer, I discovered the magic of activewear skorts (and exercise dresses). The best workout skorts combine […]
The leggings, which I wore for a workout and yoga session, are made of the same luxurious fabric as the bra, and have that same supportive but not confining feel. Out of the bag they looked like they’d be too small, and they felt pretty compressive while I was pulling them on. Once I started […]
Either way, the shoe should feel comfortable and not restrictive, and your toes should not be overcrowded. If you plan to primarily run in hot temperatures, you may want to size up half a size to accommodate foot swelling. Cushioning Trail running shoes are usually classified as either minimal, moderate, or maximum cushion. “I choose […]
When the birds start chirping and the days start getting longer, that’s our cue to break out our hiking gear, lace up our trusty hiking boots, and hit the trails. But as the weather continues to heat up, you may want to ditch your hiking pants or leggings for a pair of hiking shorts to stay cool. […]